Maps is a useful resource on map design and map reading created by the UK Social Science Research Council. This site hosts several excellent graphics that would be great for any class on map reading. Note: The site uses high school level language.

The U.S. Geological Survey Home Page hosts a large number of educational resources for teachers and students interested in cartography, geography, and related subjects, as well as a variety of fact sheets, links to related educational sites, and more. You can also order USGS materials from this site.

http://www.usgs.gov/

Here are links to Internet resources that can be used to support instruction of the “Citizenship” feature for this unit: What Is a State?

This site includes a map of the Unites States, as well as maps of the 50 states. It also includes information about the state capitals, education, communities, park systems, population and many other interesting general facts.